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Blessed are those who mourn

Blessed are those who mourn
Blessed are those who mourn ... This has been a confusing passage to some who are hurting. It almost sounds like mourning is a desired state, like blessed are the meek or the peacemakers. But as we’ve seen in the last few posts, we may be getting it backwards. Grief comes to us from many…
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Poor in Spirit

Poor in Spirit
Blessed are the poor in spirit … Poverty is a condition reflecting a lack or a need and those who are poor are usually acutely aware of this need. The Greek word ptochos is translated as poor in this passage. It literally means to crouch down or cower, as in begging. To be poor in spirit…
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Blessed Are

Blessed Are
If you were described as being blessed, what would come to mind for you? I usually think of having something good happen to me – or at least good in MY mind. Financial gain, a healthy report, and a thriving family can all be varying types of blessing. But there is a word for blessing,…
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Demeter: A Model of Selfish Provision

Demeter: A Model of Selfish Provision
Many ancient Greeks relied on Demeter, the goddess of grain and agriculture, to produce a harvest. Worship would keep food on your table while drought and famine must have been the result of her being angered. The Romans prayed to Demeter and built large temples, including one in Corinth, to show their devotion so that…
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